Cityscape: The Lambermont

By Vincent T. Davis

Updated 11:08 pm, Saturday, October 27, 2012

Photo: Jerry Lara, San Antonio Express-News

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A view of The Lambermont at 950 East Grayson, Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012. The Lambermont was built in 1894 by Edwin Holland Terrell, a lawyer and ambassador to Belgium under President Benjamin Harrison. Pat and Dona Liston bought the house in 2008. less

A view of The Lambermont at 950 East Grayson, Thursday, Oct. 25, 2012. The Lambermont was built in 1894 by Edwin Holland Terrell, a lawyer and ambassador to Belgium under President Benjamin Harrison. Pat and ... more

Photo: Jerry Lara, San Antonio Express-News

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The Lambermont at 950 E. Grayson Street in San Antonio was built in 1894 as the home of Edwin Holland Terrell, a lawyer and statesman. Oct. 15, 2008.

The Lambermont at 950 E. Grayson Street in San Antonio was built in 1894 as the home of Edwin Holland Terrell, a lawyer and statesman. Oct. 15, 2008.

Photo: Billy Calzada, San Antonio Express-News

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Tower of the Americas:

739 E César E. Chávez Blvd

Arguably the most iconic image of San Antonio's skyline — and definitely
the most visible — the Tower of the Americas was built for the 1968
World's Fair to serve as its signature structure. Read more

The complex was designed by architect Francois Giraud, who became a mayor of San Antonio. The first academy building, which currently houses art studios and classrooms, was built in 1851 by Jules Poinsard.Read more

Since opening Nov. 20, 1909, the Sheraton Gunter Hotel has undergone numerous renovations. he hotel was named after rancher Jot Gunter, its chief investor, who died before the hotel was completed, according to the building's application to the National Register of Historic Places. Read more

The Romanesque-style San Francesco di Paola Catholic Church was built in 1927 for the city's Italian Catholics. Read more

Francesco di Paola Catholic Church:

205 Piazza Italia

The Romanesque-style San Francesco di Paola Catholic Church was built in 1927 for the city's Italian Catholics.Read more

Photo: SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS-NEWS

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Sullivan Carriage House:

555 Funston Place

The building was given in 1987 to the San Antonio Botanical Garden. The building's limestone blocks were meticulously disassembled and marked by masons, and, after years of restoration, the re-erected building opened in 1995.
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The songs of more than a century of Catholic sisters seem to linger in this airy chapel of pale marble, gold accents, and stain-glass filtered light. The columns and arches are replete with inscriptions and symbolism. read more

The stable has experienced something of a role reversal during its 119 years of operation. Back in the day, the round building housed horses used to deliver beer across the city. Now, the well-heeled come to the stable for drinks.Read more

The historic Heimann Building was once home to a hotel built because of its proximity to the International and Great Northern Railroad station. It was the first hotel with a telephone system and air conditioning, according to the National Trust for Historic Preservation. Read more

San Antonio-based engineer Samuel F. Crecelius designed the Olmos Dam and oversaw its construction.
The building of the $1.5 million structure began after a 1921 flood devastated downtown and drowned about 50 residents.Read more

The Toltec Apartment building has come full circle since it debuted in 1913 as one of the city's first apartment buildings.Read more

Toltec Apartment building:

131 Taylor St.

The Toltec Apartment building has come full circle since it debuted in 1913 as one of the city's first apartment buildings.Read more

Photo: JOHN DAVENPORT, SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS-NEWS

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St. Paul Lutheran Church:

2302 S. Presa St.

Built in 1925, the red brick structure was enlarged in 1948. Stained glass windows, designed by the pastor at that time, also were added. In 1929, a two-story building was constructed to house the church's school, which taught students through eighth grade. The school closed in 1975, but the church still offers daycare and preschool. Read more

The museum opened in 1981, but its building was built in 1884 for the Lone Star Brewery.Read more

San Antonio Museum of Art

200 W. Jones Ave.

The museum opened in 1981, but its building was built in 1884 for the Lone Star Brewery.Read more

Photo: ANSEN SEALE, San Antonio Express-News

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Eagar House:

434 S. Alamo St.

Named for Sarah Riddle Eagar, housed the Southern Baptist Exhibit during HemisFair '68 and remains on the park grounds. Read more

Eagar House:

434 S. Alamo St.

Named for Sarah Riddle Eagar, housed the Southern Baptist Exhibit during HemisFair '68 and remains on the park grounds.Read more

Photo: Billy Calzada, San Antonio Express-News

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John H. Wood Federal Courthouse:

655 E. Cesar Chavez Blvd.

Built to serve as the U.S. Pavilion for HemisFair '68, he drum-like structure draws from Greek and Roman architecture yet evokes space-age appeal.
The travertine-paneled building is named for a slain federal judge.Read more

With stained glass windows imported from Germany and intricate paintings on the walls, the chapel on the campus of Our Lady of the Lake University, is a formidable sight to behold, its spire reaching 193 feet.
The chapel is used by the Sisters of Divine Providence as well as the university.Read more

In 1904, businessman David Woodward was at his wits end trying to find the perfect birthday gift for his wife, Mae. So he decided to build one —and today it is home to the San Antonio Woman's Club. Read more